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Rawlinsons (W.A.) was founded in Perth, Western Australia, and currently operates from the iconic 1800's Hill 60 premises located at 16 Tanunda Drive in Rivervale.
With over seven decades of expertise, we've been instrumental in shaping the built landscape and continue our commitment to fostering Western Australia's economic growth.
Rawlinsons is led by Directors Niall McAree and Khaled Moukadem, supported by an experienced team of quantity surveyors, estimators and specialist professionals. All senior quantity surveying staff are members of the Australian Institute of Quantity Surveyors (AIQS).
Niall brings extensive experience in construction cost management and the successful delivery of projects across Western Australia.
Khaled has broad expertise across all aspects of cost management. His background in mechanical engineering and specialist knowledge of building services cost planning enable Rawlinsons to provide informed and accurate advice in this complex area.
Under their leadership, Rawlinsons combines its longstanding professional values with contemporary technology, detailed market intelligence and responsive client service.
Our Mission
Rawlinsons vision is to provide professional expertise in specialist cost management and budgetary control to all construction and development projects, with meticulous detail and exceptional service.
Our focus is to ensure our clients’ financial interests are protected, ensuring they receive the best value for money from the design, construction and operation of their asset.
Our aim is to always satisfy or exceed our clients expressed individual requirements and general expectations on their project journey, from inception to completion.
Rawlinsons understand that the construction industry is a major contributor to global resource consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. As such, we embrace the responsibility to drive change through informed cost planning and advocacy for sustainable choices.
Sustainable development in construction goes beyond using environmentally friendly materials - it includes improving building performance, reducing lifecycle costs, and ensuring the long-term well-being of occupants and communities.
In our Role as Construction Cost Managers, we actively assist clients in evaluating, planning, and costing carbon reduction strategies across the lifecycle of their projects.
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Utilising the industry-leading software Cost X, Rawlinsons ensures precise and efficient costing measurements, allowing for comprehensive cost comparisons and informed decision-making. Rawlinsons delivers a full spectrum of cost management solutions, including:
Estimating and Project Cost Planning:
Accurate forecasting to ensure financial efficiency.
Specialist In-House Measurement:
Expertise in service trades for precise cost assessments.-
Building Information Modelling (BIM) 5D Take Off:
Integrating cost data with digital models for enhanced project visualisation.
Contract Administration:
Ensuring projects adhere to budgetary constraints and contractual obligations.
Setting the standard in Cost Data In 1983, Rawlinsons transformed the way professionals estimate costs with the launch of the Australian Construction Handbook - a resource that quickly became the gold standard for large-scale projects.
A decade later, the Construction Cost Guide followed, tailored for smaller developments. These publications remain the industry’s most trusted references, updated annually to reflect real-world market conditions so you can plan with confidence and avoid costly surprises.
From print to digital, we’ve taken our expertise further. While our books continue to be relied upon by thousands of professionals, we’ve embraced the future with our online subscription platform. This isn’t just a digital version - it’s a smarter, faster way to access Australia’s most comprehensive cost data.
Whether you’re planning a residential build or managing a major commercial project, Rawlinsons Cost Data provides the knowledge that drives success.
